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In 2002, our dog almost died of severe seizures following an application
of Bio Spot, an over-the-counter flea and tick control product. At the time, I was unaware that flea control products were capable of causing
life-threatening reactions in dogs.
The Bio Spot label did not mention that it had the potential to cause seizures in dogs. I contacted its manufacturer and was advised that "seizures would not be expected following the use of BioSpot."
I began searching the Internet and found the Material Safety Data Sheet for Bio Spot. It stated, "Harmful if swallowed or absorbed through the skin" and, "If ingested, the product may cause diarrhea, salivation, bloody nose, increased urination, decreased activity, tremors and intermittent convulsions." Why wasn't that information on the label? What happens when you apply it to the skin of dogs?
We are truly blessed. Our dog survived and made a complete recovery. He has not had any seizures in the last eight years. The manufacturer reimbursed our veterinary expenses for the "alleged" adverse reaction,
but I was never concerned about the money. I didn't want anyone else
to have to go through a similar ordeal.
Eight years ago, there was little information available concerning the
risks of pyrethroid-based flea control products, such as Bio Spot. I
created this website to let others know about our experience, and asked them to contact me if they ever had a similar experience with any flea control product.
In the last eight years, over 275,000 people have visited my website, many of whom found it by searching for information on adverse reactions to flea control products. Hundreds have taken the time to write to me about their experiences. Their stories are posted on the Message Board.
The purpose of this website is to make people aware that flea control products pose significant health risks to animals and people. It also provides a forum for people to make others aware of possible reactions
to flea control products. These messages are anecdotal, but I believe
they have value to those who have experienced a similar ordeal.
I encourage people to report suspected adverse reactions to the EPA
and the product manufacturer. However, under the influence of the chemical industry, the EPA has done little to protect the public from dangerous pesticide products.
In 2006, a union representing scientists, risk managers and their staff
sent a letter to the EPA Administrator, expressing concern that the EPA was in danger of betraying the public trust.
According to a 2009 GAO Report to Congress titled, High-Risk Series,
it found:
"EPA does not have sufficient chemical assessment information to determine whether it should establish controls to limit public exposure
to many chemicals that may pose substantial health risks."
In a 2009 memorandum, EPA's Scientific Advisory Panel cautioned EPA that its proposed residential risk assessments did not adequately protect pregnant women, fetuses, and toddlers.
Therefore, I believe it's imperative that we learn how to protect ourselves. I hope this website will help in that endeavor.
Sincerely,
James TerBush
Website Administrator
P.S. If you have a story that you would like to share with others, please send it to me. Thank you.
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